The dark days of December are being lit up with holiday sparkle all over the map, from creative Christmas trees to giant menorahs. Here are a few of the biggest and best-known events around the country.

Although gas prices are the lowest they've been in years, if you're renting a car, increased demand during the season means you'll likely encounter higher prices -- especially if you haven't already locked in a rate.

Holiday travelers in the Midwest and in parts East and South were keeping a leery eye Friday on a band of foul weather that threatens to mess up opening weekend of one of the year’s busiest travel periods.

Who knew that George Washington’s historic crossing of the Delaware River would foreshadow cross dressing in New Hope, PA, centuries later? That and more is on display in this town filled with dining, dancing, drag and local charm.